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Whipped Cream Icing

This whipped cream icing is light, fluffy, and perfect for any dessert, providing sweetness without overwhelming the cake.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Chilled storage container

Method
 

  1. Chill your mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for about 10 minutes.
  2. Gather your ingredients and measure them out.
  3. In the chilled mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using.
  4. Using an electric mixer or a whisk, start whipping the mixture on medium speed.
  5. Once the cream starts to thicken, increase the mixer speed to high.
  6. Continue whipping until you reach medium to stiff peaks.
  7. Give your icing a taste test and adjust sweetness if necessary.
  8. Use the whipped cream icing right away for decorating or store it in a chilled container in the fridge.

Notes

This icing is perfect for a variety of desserts including cakes and cupcakes.